Yuletide : FRSC Deploys Over 42,000 Regular, Special Marshals

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC says it has mobilized and deployed over forty-two thousand regular and special marshals for effective traffic management nationwide during the Yuletide.

The FRSC Corps Marshal, Mallam Shehu Mohammed, while addressing newsmen today in Abuja at the commencement of a 30-day end-of-the-year special operation, stated that all sector and zonal commanding officers across the country have been directed to ensure proper supervision of the personnel deployed for the exercise.

He stated that adequate logistics, including tow trucks, patrol vehicles and motor bikes have been provided to remove obstructions, while ambulances and officers would be on 24-hour duty to attend to emergencies during the operation

The FRSC Boss added that all roadside clinics and rest areas have also been activated, while the Corps will increase its visibility in high-volume traffic corridors to enable travelers to reach their destinations on time.

He, however, warned motorists, particularly commercial drivers, to adhere to traffic rules and regulations, avoid the intake of alcoholic drinks, overloading, overspeeding, and dangerous driving, as over 200 mobile courts would be in session to prosecute traffic offenders.

He also appealed to passengers to report erring drivers to FRSC personnel or any security agency for immediate action and advised travelers to board vehicles at approved motor parks for their safety.

According to him, the FRSC is working diligently with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to address activities that could pose threats to the smooth movement of travellers across the country.

He noted that more technological equipment, including body cameras and FRSC mobile apps, have been deployed to provide real-time updates on traffic situations and monitor the conduct of personnel during the special operation.

He assured Nigerians that the FRSC toll-free number, 122, would remain available for emergencies.